Nasarawa State: Operatives of the Department of State Services (DSS) in Nasarawa State have arrested three suspected kidnappers and rescued a victim.
One suspect was arrested at the criminals’ hideout in Atabula, Duduguru community, Jenkwe Development Area while the remaining two suspects were tracked and arrested at a hotel in Lafia, the state capital.
The security operatives also razed the criminals’ makeshift camp and recovered cash, five mobile phones and other items during the raid.
Governor Abdullahi Sule described the arrest as a demonstration of the effectiveness and dedication of the security agencies in a statement issued on Thursday by the Chief Press Secretary to the Governor, Ibrahim Addra.
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Governor Sule commended the security agencies for their vigilance and determination to fight crime and criminality in the state.
He appealed to them to maintain the momentum and remain firm in the fight against criminal elements in all parts of the state.
The governor assured the security agencies of continued support of his administration in the discharge of their responsibilities.
Governor Sule also called on citizens to be vigilant and to share credible, useful and timely information with security agencies.
“Peace and security in the state require collective vigilance and cooperation,” he said.
